V01CE: Vocal Aesthetics in Digital Arts and Media (Leonardo)

The Voice of Technology: Exploring the Intersection of Sound and Culture is a groundbreaking collection of interdisciplinary perspectives on the role of voice in our digital age.

This comprehensive volume examines the cultural preparation for new technologies, such as voice mail, podcasting, and digital approximations of the human voice, through philosophy, history, film, dance, poetry, media arts, and computer games.

The chapters delve into the performance, performativity, and authenticity of voice in various contexts, while also exploring its magical powers, ghostliness, and posthuman vocalization. The book offers a thought-provoking analysis of how the human voice is reasserted in mainstream media, including recorded music, films, and computer games.

With contributions from leading scholars and artists in the field, The Voice of Technology provides a nuanced understanding of the complex relationship between technology and culture.

Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply someone interested in the intersection of sound and culture, this book is an essential read for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of the role of voice in our digital age.